The 1970s as seen in these vintage photos, was a time period for Texas that was defined by unwavering grit and impressive growth. Oil money in particular accounted for numerous sprouting skyscrapers and freshly laid highways in Houston and Dallas. Then, there were the honky-tonks and also the roadside diners that kep the state’s blue collar spirit thriving.
Texas, as it stood in the 1970s, was an era of many cowboy hats and pickup trucks. Of course, football was at the center stage most every Friday night as well. If you’re feeling nostalgic, then you’ll love these 17 vintage photos that provide glimpses of what ’70s life was like in the Lone Star State.
1. Just a couple of close friends posing for that iconic snap in Austin, Texas
That old Lone Star sign is especially hard to miss. Plenty of folks really do heavily associate Lone Star with Texas.
2. It wouldn’t really be Texas without a proper smokehouse vintage photo too
If you’re someone who enjoys the world’s finer smoked meats, then you’ll know that Texas kind of just does it better when it comes to a proper smokehouse.
3. A solid overview shot of downtown Houston back in the 1970s
I’ve always loved a good old-fashioned aerial shot. Nowadays, we have a seemingly infinite number of drones that are ready to capture the overhead shots too.
4. It’s hard to tell whether or not these kids are up to any good or not
Gone are the days when kids would just post up outside of shops to pass the time away. Now it’s all masses of heads buried in their phones.
5. I have a gut feeling that this guy has some great stories to tell
Some people just carry that unmistakable disposition that translates in photos to they must have a great story to tell.
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6. Oh they’re dressed up and ready for a proper night out, indeed
The fits back in the 1970s did not miss.
7. I can already tell this bike made some noise on those dusty roads
You better believe that that bike could fetch a pretty penny back in the day as well.
8. Seems like something important stirred these guys’ attention
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9. The colored clothing really popped back in the 1970s
I personally still love it when I’ll see various strangers out strolling and still donning the iconic stylistic influences of the 1970s.
10. The parade floats of the 1970s even packed their own punch
If you’ve ever attended a properly pulled off parade, you’ll know that the floats can make or break the event.
11. Adam’s Food Market must’ve had some great ice cream
I still love taking those spontaneous trips to the nearest grocery store for a resupply of ice cream.
12. Now that’s a fun overhead shot of Houston, Texas back in the 1970s
You can really get a different feel for a city when you’re able to glimpse it from overhead too.
13. Now that’s some late 1970s Texas cool if I’ve ever seen some
For me it’s the cat that really ties this whole vintage cool aesthetic together.
14. Get a load of this main street in Texas back in the 1970s
It’s crazy to think that the population at that time in Houston, Texas, was just pushing over a million people or so.
15. A good old-fashioned Whataburger in the 1970s in Texas
Whataburger always brought the heat with their burgers. There’s no denying that.
16. Some men out for a stroll in Texas back in the 1970s
This is giving off some seriously strong Anchorman vibes. I’m here for it, Ron Burgundy.
17. A solid glimpse of fashion at the Texas State Fair in the 1970s
